The Gatewood Blog

If I Had a Million Dollars in 1988, What Is It Worth Now?

I heard “If I Had $1,000,000” by the Barenaked Ladies over the weekend, and — because this is apparently what happens to your brain after some time in the ...

How to Stop Reacting to Markets and Start Planning Through Them

Turn on financial television for ten minutes, and you’ll hear a long list of reasons the market shouldn’t be rallying.

A Smarter Glide Path for College Savings

Most 529 plans take a conservative approach to risk. What if being too cautious early on means leaving thousands of dollars on the table?

Rethinking the 529: A Legacy Vehicle Hiding in Plain Sight

When most people hear “529 plan,” they immediately think “college savings.” And for good reason. These state-sponsored plans have long been the go-to solution ...

How to Build a 401(k) Lineup with Passive and Active Fund Strategies

Smart Cash Strategies for Today's Investors

At Gatewood Wealth Solutions, we believe your cash should do more than just sit in a savings account. Whether you need short-term income or are planning for a ...

“This Too Shall Pass." The Five-Year Anniversary of the Covid Crash

“This Time it’s Different.” The markets have given us a lot to digest lately. From shifting tariffs under the Trump administration to Elon Musk’s influence on ...

Trump's Proposed Tariffs: Economic Weapon or Unintended Consequences?

Tariffs have long been a powerful but controversial tool in economic policy, influencing trade balances, industry growth, and global relations. While tariffs ...